Chapter 46

Because Kim Hyun Joong had just joined DSP Entertainment for less than a month, although he had great potential and talent in acting, due to the short time, Kim Ji Deuk's current teaching to Kim Hyun Joong was entirely focused on the basics of acting.

These basics were not unfamiliar to Kim Yoo Fan, as he had naturally gone through them before. Therefore, in the end, Kim Ji Deuk directly asked Kim Yoo Fan to teach these basics to Kim Hyun Joong, and when necessary, Kim Yoo Fan could personally demonstrate and explain.

Kim Ji Deuk's request was entirely to check on Kim Yoo Fan's current situation, while also giving himself some time to relax.

Kim Yoo Fan, of course, would not refuse Kim Ji Deuk's request, especially since he deeply understood the principle that reviewing the old can lead to new insights, which is the way of a teacher.

In Kim Yoo Fan's mind, whether it was acting, dancing, or singing, it was like the martial arts of ancient China—true improvement comes from constant practice, or one will fall behind. Therefore, even during his month in Taiwan, Kim Yoo Fan did not slack off and often found quiet places to practice on his own.

Thus, when given the task by Kim Ji Deuk, Kim Yoo Fan did not hesitate or delay, and immediately became a temporary assistant, starting to teach acting to Kim Hyun Joong.

Compared to Kim Ji Deuk, Kim Yoo Fan might be less experienced, but in terms of age, description, and personal demonstration, he far exceeded Kim Ji Deuk.

Especially with the current lessons Kim Hyun Joong was taking, Kim Yoo Fan had also gone through them before. After his own experiences, he understood which parts were more difficult and what methods could help Kim Hyun Joong understand more quickly and clearly.

Kim Yoo Fan's teaching method was the most suitable for Kim Hyun Joong's current stage, and since Kim Hyun Joong himself had great potential and was learning seriously, even though the acting class lasted less than an hour, Kim Hyun Joong felt that he had learned more in this one day than in the previous few days, or even a week of classes.

Sitting to the side, Kim Ji Deuk could clearly see that Kim Yoo Fan's teaching method was undoubtedly more efficient than his own. Just by looking at Kim Hyun Joong's understanding and insights, it was evident that this was not fake.

Feeling a bit awkward, when the time was about right, Kim Ji Deuk said nothing and directly kicked Kim Yoo Fan and Kim Hyun Joong out of his office.

"Bang!" Looking at the tightly closed door and thinking of Kim Ji Deuk's expression, Kim Yoo Fan was both amused and exasperated, not expecting Kim Ji Deuk to still be so childish. Indeed, the older a person gets, the more their temper resembles a child's, and this saying was not wrong at all.

Kim Yoo Fan understood what was going on, but Kim Hyun Joong, who was standing beside him, did not understand what had happened. It was the first time he had seen Kim Ji Deuk so "angry," which really scared him. After Kim Yoo Fan explained, he finally relaxed and took a deep breath.

"Bro, there's nothing else to do today. How about we go eat some street food?" Understanding the situation and feeling relieved, Kim Hyun Joong immediately showed his carefree side, looking at Kim Yoo Fan with anticipation.

"Sure, next time. I just got back and need to pay respects to the Fin.K.L seniors!" To be honest, Kim Hyun Joong's suggestion was quite tempting for Kim Yoo Fan. After all, whether in Busan or Seoul, Kim Yoo Fan had never experienced Korean street food, and he was a bit tempted.

However, considering that he had not yet visited the four senior members of Fin.K.L and was also worried about their current situation, after some thought, Kim Yoo Fan shook his head and declined Kim Hyun Joong's suggestion.

"Ah~~~ Oh, yes, okay. Bro, are you close with the Fin.K.L seniors?" Hearing Kim Yoo Fan's refusal, Kim Hyun Joong felt a bit disappointed. However, this disappointment was fleeting, and he quickly became excited again, asking with enthusiasm.

There was nothing to say; given Fin.K.L's current status and influence in the Korean music industry, not just DSP Entertainment trainees but even trainees from other agencies would view them as idols.

"Ha ha, we're okay. You've practiced all day and must be tired. Get some rest. When I get back from Busan, we'll go eat street food together." Considering Fin.K.L's current situation, which was not good, Kim Yoo Fan had no interest and said it lightly.

"Oh, okay, then I'll go first, Bro!" Sensing that Kim Yoo Fan was not in a good mood, Kim Hyun Joong did not dare to say anything more and bowed respectfully to say goodbye to Kim Yoo Fan.

Watching Kim Hyun Joong's figure disappear from his sight, Kim Yoo Fan sighed and slowly walked towards Fin.K.L's practice room.

Fin.K.L's current situation was not good, and this did not need to be asked; it could be deduced from the memories in his mind.

According to the original historical timeline, in 2002, the four members of Fin.K.L began their solo careers, and from then on, it became difficult for the four to gather and bring surprises to their fans.

In 2005, their reunion for a single shook the entire Korean music industry, bringing joy to countless FINKYs. In the same year, their appearance on the variety show "Yehsimmanman" created the highest ratings for the show.

In 2006, when Yoo Ju Hyun returned to the stage after leaving the radio, the four members of Fin.K.L gathered again on the radio.

In 2007, on Lee Hyori's birthday, the four members of Fin.K.L reunited again. In 2008, during the 10th anniversary concert and fan meeting of Lee Hyori and Sung Yu Ri, the four members reunited.

In 2010, when Yoo Ju Hyun's new radio program "Yoo Ju Hyun's Song Square" premiered, the four members of Fin.K.L reunited again.

Apart from their private meetings, in public and scheduled appearances, from 2002 when the four members of Fin.K.L began their solo careers, over eight years, they only gathered seven times.

Over eight years, the four members of Fin.K.L only gathered seven times, which averages to less than once a year. Although they never officially announced the dissolution of Fin.K.L, the fact that they gathered less than seven times in eight years meant that, in reality, Fin.K.L was as good as dissolved, especially after the four members changed agencies, making it even harder for them to gather.

Fin.K.L never officially announced their dissolution, but everyone knew that, in reality, whether they were dissolved or not made little difference. The lack of an official announcement at least gave the FINKYs some comfort and a glimmer of hope.

It was hard to say whether Fin.K.L's lack of an official dissolution was a more gentle approach taken by DSP Entertainment to avoid the fate of S.M. Entertainment, which was besieged and criticized by fans.

But overall, the FINKYs were still happy because the idols they supported and loved had never officially dissolved. Although the opportunities for the four to perform together were very rare, at least there was still a glimmer of hope.